Faces of COPD - World COPD Day 17

FRESHAIR project

To improve health outcomes for people at risk of, or suffering from, chronic respiratory diseases in low-resource settings, where the greatest burden of is experienced, by developing capacity for implementation of evidence-based interventions for prevention, diagnosis and treatment in these contexts.

What is COPD

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. COPD is a long-term lung and airways disease that is not curable. It is recommended to consult a healthcare professional if you suspect you may suffer from COPD.

COPD is a chronic disease as it is characterised by:

complex causality

multiple risk factors

long latency periods

a prolonged course of illness

functional impairment or disability.

COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Many people with COPD have both bronchitis and emphysema.